Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics as a 2026 Futurist Strategist to architect tomorrow's innovations today. We're seeking a visionary thinker to decode emerging trends, develop strategic roadmaps for 2026 and beyond, and guide organizations through technological and societal transformations. This role merges foresight analysis with actionable strategy, requiring both intellectual rigor and creative disruption.
As a pioneer in our Futures Lab, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, research labs, and global think tanks to identify paradigm shifts in AI, biotech, climate tech, and human-machine interaction. Your insights will shape product roadmaps, investment decisions, and organizational resilience plans for the rapidly evolving landscape of 2026.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends (AI governance, climate adaptation, neurotech ethics) to forecast 2026+ scenarios
- Develop strategic frameworks for organizations navigating 2026's technological inflection points
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into actionable business strategies
- Produce trend reports and scenario-planning models for executive decision-making
- Partner with R&D teams to identify 2026-relevant innovation opportunities
- Advain on policy and ethical implications of emerging technologies
- Represent Horizon Dynamics at global futurist conferences and thought leadership forums
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Foresight, Strategic Planning, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategy consulting, futurism, or technology forecasting
- Proven expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Deep understanding of 2026-relevant domains (quantum computing, climate tech, AI ethics)
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complex concepts to diverse stakeholders
- Portfolio demonstrating published foresight work or strategic frameworks
- Experience with horizon scanning tools and foresight software (e.g., Trendalyzer, Foresight Platform)
- Certification in Futures Studies (e.g., CFAP) or strategic foresight methodologies